Cabinets
2010s Asian Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1950s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Lacquer
2010s Polish Post-Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Burl, Glass
Mid-19th Century American Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rattan, Oak
Mid-20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Metal
19th Century American Empire Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1960s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-17th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut, Paint
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Wood, Beech
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Mahogany, Lacquer
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century Asian Tibetan Cabinets
Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Cabinets
Steel
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Ash
Late 20th Century European Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Metal
1970s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Brass, Nickel, Pewter
Early 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1850s Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Cabinets
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
2010s Italian Cabinets
Gold
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Lacquer
2010s Australian Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Cabinets
Steel
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century Korean Other Antique Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
1880s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Japanese Cabinets
Wood
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.